2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Autobianchi |
| Model | DB9 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |
